Production Lab

Description

This unit provides an introduction to the methods and processes involved in creating a new dance or theatre work for performance, alongside the development of performance skills. The unit will provide students with practical experience of the processes by which new dance or theatre work is made and realised as a public performance; the development of skills in performance; the ability to engage with new tools and approaches in devising and rehearsing; and an introduction to the technical requirements of mounting a performance. Typical Study Commitment: 150 hours over the teaching period. Assessment Information: Assessment Description | Student output | Grading and weighting (% total mark for unit) | Indicative due week Assessment 1: Rehearsal Process and Performance | 2000 words or equivalent | 50% | Ongoing Assessment 2: Performance Documentation | Workbook/Journal | 20% | Week 9 Assessment 3: Written Research Task | 1200 words or equivalent | 30% | Week 12 The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.